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The Ivory Coast made a perfect start to their 2026 World Cup campaign on Sunday by defeating Ecuador 1-0 in their opening Group E match, played in Philadelphia.
A 90th-minute goal from substitute Amad Diallo, the Manchester United player, sealed the victory for the African side after an assist from Wilfried Singo. This crucial win provides a massive boost for the Ivorians, who failed to advance past the group stage in their three previous World Cup appearances.
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With this result, the Ivory Coast joins Germany at the top of the Group E standings. The Germans dominated the group’s opening fixture by thrashing tournament debutants Curaçao 7-1.
